Escape to a lotus-shaped bamboo house in Sri Lanka


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The villas designed by architect Liyanage adopt the shape of lotus flowers made from interlaced bamboo and are located in the heart of the Sri Lankan forest. Photo: AFP

Looking for serenity?

Head for Sri Lanka where architect Thilina Liyanage has designed villas in the shape of lotus flowers. As if out of a dream, these monumental flowers are made from interlaced bamboo, emerging from a dense forest area.

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RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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